Elkhorn Water Quality

Wisconsin

Health Violations

The tap water in Elkhorn, Wisconsin is served by 3 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 10,507 people. 27 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 1005 in 2023. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

3
Water Systems
10,507
Population Served
27
Total Violations
27
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Elkhorn, Wisconsin is delivered through 3 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 10,507 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Elkhorn shows 27 total violations across all 3 systems, of which 27 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 1005, 4020, 4010, 5000, 0700. 5 TRI-reporting industrial facilities are also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Wisconsin drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
ELKHORN WATERWORKS 10,317 26 Health
LUDWELL ESTATES 100 1 Health
TOWN HALL APTS 90 0 Clean

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
1005 2023-01-01
4020 2021-04-01
4020 2021-04-01
4010 2021-01-01
4010 2021-01-01
4020 2021-01-01
4020 2021-01-01
5000 2020-11-01
5000 2020-11-01
5000 2020-11-01
4020 2020-10-01
4020 2020-10-01
4010 2020-10-01
4010 2020-10-01
0700 2020-08-01
4020 2019-07-01
4020 2019-07-01
4010 2019-07-01
4010 2019-07-01
4020 2019-04-01
4020 2019-04-01
4010 2019-04-01
4010 2019-04-01
1005 2018-10-01
1005 2018-10-01
4010 2015-01-01
5000 1993-01-01

TRI Facilities in Elkhorn

Facility Total Releases
Getzen Co Inc. 22.6K lbs
Hudapack Metal Treating Inc 18.9K lbs
Precision Plus Inc. 102 lbs
Applied Material Solutions Inc 40 lbs
Intertractor America Corp 0 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elkhorn, Wisconsin water safe to drink?
Elkhorn is served by 3 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 10,507 people. 27 health-based violations have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Elkhorn have?
Elkhorn water systems have a total of 27 violations on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 27 are health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Elkhorn water?
Health-based violations for Elkhorn water systems include the following contaminants: 1005, 4020, 4010, 5000, 0700. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Elkhorn?
3 EPA-regulated community water systems serve Elkhorn, Wisconsin, collectively covering approximately 10,507 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Elkhorn get its drinking water?
Elkhorn's water supply comes from 3 EPA-regulated community water systems. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Elkhorn?
Yes, 5 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facilities are registered in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, reporting a combined 41.7K lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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